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MWV 854W

1981 MG B GT

Silver Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Sep 2017
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

89,709 mi
Last recorded89,709 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2016
Typical for 1981 MG B GT54,908 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMWV 854W
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1981
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Sep 2016 89,709 miles

Nearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Offside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 2 May 2015 88,412 miles
Fail 1 May 2015 88,412 miles

Rear Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)

Pass 16 May 2014 87,816 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2013 87,660 miles
Pass 29 May 2012 87,629 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2011 87,584 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2011 87,583 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

near side door mirror lose

Pass 17 Jun 2010 87,367 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2009 86,898 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2009 86,895 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Front Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 12 May 2008 86,246 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2007 85,318 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2006 78,935 miles

How Reliable is the MG B GT?

Based on 132,623 MOT tests across 14,879 vehicles.

74.5%
Pass Rate
458
Miles/Year
60
Year Lifespan
14,879
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 4,350
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 4,119
brake binding 3,855
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 3,693
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 3,413
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MWV 854W is a 1981 MG B GT in Silver with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 1981 MG B GT models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.7% with a typical mileage of 54,908 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG B GT fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 4,350 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MWV 854W, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG B GT typically stays on UK roads for around 60 years. At 45 years old, this MG B GT is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was MWV 854W registered?

MWV 854W is a 1981 MG B GT, first registered on 12 February 1981.

Is MWV 854W safe to buy?

The MOT history for MWV 854W shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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